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Half Day Root Glacier Hike

21 Reviews 4.95 out of 5 stars Based on 21 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | McCarthy, USA

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5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Tour Highlights
~Interpretive Walking Tour through the Historic Kennicott Mining Town
~Soaring Glacial & Mountain Vistas
~Hike on the White Ice of the Root Glacier
~Explore Unique Glacial Features (Blue Pools, Moulins, Crevasses)
~Drink from a Glacial Stream
~Unbeatable Views of the Stairway Icefall

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Trekking Poles (by request)
  • Private tours
  • Lunch or Snacks
  • Water Bottle
  • Sturdy Hiking Shoes or Boots
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Meeting and Pickup

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If electing hotel pickup, please ask the front desk to contact us the evening prior to your trip to finalize pick up location and time.

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Mile 59
McCarthy Road, McCarthy, AK 99588, USA

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What To Expect

Explore the Blue Pools, Moulins, Crevasses and rolling Ice of the Root Glacier accompanied by one of our local, knowledgeable guides. Well studied in glaciology and geology, our guides will bring you on a glacier hike adventure in one of the earth’s most dynamic landscapes. Outfitted with a pair of crampons and a pre-trip orientation, we’ll shuttle you from our shop in McCarthy 5 miles up the road up to historic Kennecott.

Our glacier hike begins in historic Kennecott where your guide explains the buildings and history of the purest copper ever found on Earth. Your guides “insider” knowledge will help to illuminate the stories that once unfolded here.

From Kennecott it is a two mile trek along the well-marked glacier trail. Check out wild-flowers, maybe taste a few of the Alaska Berries along the way. The roughly 2 mile hike from bus depot to white ice provides for great photo ops and stops along the way. Your guide will offer a immersive interpretive tour of glacier, alpine mountains and the creatures that roam here. Spend a few hours circling moulins, traversing fields of ice & basking in the beauty of blue pools, ice-falls & soaring mountains.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Dress code is outdoors ready, participants should bring sunglasses, gloves and rain gear and dress appropriately for the temperature.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Root Glacier Hike?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • Trekking Poles (by request)
  • Private tours
  • Crampons
  • Local guide
  • Lunch or Snacks
  • Water Bottle
  • Sturdy Hiking Shoes or Boots
  • Sunglasses & Sunscreen (Even if it is Cloudy!)
  • Rain Gear (Top & Bottom)
  • Backpack
  • Camara
  • Lightweight Gloves
  • A Tip for your Guide! (10-20% of trip cost is recommended)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Dress code is outdoors ready, participants should bring sunglasses, gloves and rain gear and dress appropriately for the temperature.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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